Finally, purchased a metal end cap wrench fits perfectly for the FL820S filter.

The part No. is 54800 made by Lisle. Price is only $8.95 Canadian.

 

Show me some pics please!

 

Did you buy it online? I did my first oil change on the truck last weekend and it was a pain in my *** to get that filter off there.

 

I found one a metal one at Murry's discount auto parts that fits the Motorcraft filters perfect.

 

I found this filter wrench by searching the www. Lisle.com. It is a 93mm with 36 flutes. Then I went to a local hardware store (KMS Tools) and asked them to order it for me. It took 2 weeks but it is a perfect fit.

Mr. Dutchman .... I remembered my first oil changed was a #@%*& too. I thought they welded the filter to the block. I have being using strap wrench to do the oil change but I hated it. Now with the proper fit cap wrench, it should be much easier.

Here is a picture of the package and the cap wrench.

 

I may purchase this or something similar because I really have been considering changing my oil.

 

Thanks for the info, Ill go to KMS tomorrow and see if they can order me one.

 

Is this metal or plastic?

 

where are you
I'm in ont. was on web but there dealer locating site is under construction
Who is KMS Tool don't have one around here in Toronto area

 

Hi 2004 XLT,

I am in Surrey, BC. KMS Tools is just a store that sell hardware such as compressor, drill, saw or welding equipment etc.

I am quite sure that if you go to one of those big auto parts store (like Lordco in BC), you can order this wrench. Lisle is a brand name hand tool company for automotive work. Lots of part store carry their products.

If you can't find it in Toronto area. Let me know.

Regards.

 

Auto Zone has been selling those for years. Metal ones, too. just sayin'....

 

If you need a wrench it is too tight. I screw mine on by had a off buy hand. Been changing my own oil since i was 16 with no problems

 

Me too, quarter turn after the filter meets the flange and put a little oil on the rubber gasket on the filter. not a single problem ever getting it off, the first change is a different story i believe, they are meant to be a b***h to get off!
Rik

 

I have a link for it for anyone interested...
http://www.lislecorp.com/tool_detail.cfm?detail=1083

 

you will NOT take the factory oil filter off by hand. I guarantee it.